Sometimes, simulation games can be very heavy-going. Players often want a deep and realistic experience, which can mean a lot of complex menus and delicate stat adjustments to navigate. This doesn't ...

Stardew Valley and Story of Seasons are long-time classics to the genre, and no list would be complete without them. Paleo Pines lets you raise colorful dinosaurs on your farm, adding a unique twist ...

It’s hard to explain to non-fans of the farming sims genre why planting carrots in a virtual field feels so addictive. Maybe it’s the zen of a perfectly tilled plot or that sweet, sweet dopamine rush ...

Technically, Fields of Mistria isn’t even out yet. The farm sim from NPC Studios launched into early access in 2024 and is set to have its full release later this year. That said, this mash-up of ...

Joshua started at GameRant in 2017 where he fell in love with a company that supports creativity, treats video games with the respect they deserve, and is complete with people whose passions match his ...

Fractured Blooms’ unsettling twist on the farming sim got to me. Not because it scared me—though it certainly did—but because it made me feel like I was losing my mind. Contending with forces beyond ...

Farming may be cozy, but the reason why you're doing so in Crop is much more sinister.